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Welcome to SE22

Wow where did January go? It is probably me just getting old but this month has whizzed by.

As usual I have rounded up all the great events taking place in and around Dulwich. The events pages start on page 6. February is another busy month for events, so we have a fabulous seven pages of online and in person events happening in and around Dulwich. Please do check any event before turning up to make sure that they are still going ahead. Remember to check out www.arounddulwich.co.uk too as many events get added after I have gone to print. You can often find out more details online too.

Link Age Southwark are celebrating 30 years of supporting older people this year, which is fantastic. They have written about some of the wonderful events they are planning for later in the year to celebrate such a great milestone. See page 31 for all the details.

Janine Winlaw writes about how bleak your garden can be in the winter but winter flowering shrubs can keep the beauty, colour and scent going throughout the colder months. Read more on page 12.

The Last Word goes to Natalie Chambers. Natalie is a Counselling Psychologist and this year has launched a collaboration with a nutritional therapist to offer group sessions and workshops. Find out more on page 32.

Until next time.

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SE22 - February 2023 3 Contents Welcome .................................................................... 3 Events Calendar ......................................................... 4 What’s On ............................... 6, 8, 9, 10, 18, 19 & 30 Garden Talk ............................................................. 12 Food & Drink ........................................................... 14 Fitness Tips .............................................................. 16 Children’s Activities ................................................. 21 Dulwich Hamlet FC ................................................... 22 Financial Matters ..................................................... 24 Education News ....................................................... 26 Pets Corner 28 Link Age Southwark News 31 The Last Word .......................................................... 36 Index ....................................................................... 38
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Events Calendar - February

BNI Adventurers Meeting see p6.

Lightopia Feel The Magic p6.

Dulwich Park Runners see p9.

Honor Oak WI, see p9.

Portraiture Classes see p6.

Dulwich Folk Dance club, see p6.

Adventurers Meeting see p6.

Live Band Karaoke, see p8.

Weekly Online Breathing Class p9.

Weekly Online Breathing Class p9.

Dig & Nibbles Workshop p19.

Weekly Online Breathing Class p9

Gardening in a Changing Climate p30.

Dig & Nibbles Workshop p19.

Goose Green Centre Quiz Night, p10. parkrun, see p8.

Art After Windrush, see p10.

BNI Adventurers Meeting see p6.

parkrun, see p8. parkrun, see p8.

Junior parkrun, see p8.

Weekly Horniman Market see p8.

BNI Adventurers Meeting see p6.

parkrun, see p8.

Weekly Horniman Market see p8.

Callia Quartet, see p18.

Junior parkrun, see p8.

Alleyn’s International Concert Series: Sacconi Quartet, p30.

Cooking with Scissors networking, see p19.

Forthcoming Events

Fair Trade Breakfast, see p30.

Weekly Horniman Market see p8. Dig & Nibbles Workshop p19.

Further details where available can be found in the News and Events pages 6, 8, 9, 10, 18, 19 & 30. Please read as not all the events can fit on the calendar!

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th 13th 14th 15th 16th 17th 18th 19th 20th 21st 22nd 23rd 24th 25th 26th
27th 28th 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 30th 31st Dulwich WI, see p18. Weekly Horniman Market see p8. Portraiture Classes, see p6. Portraiture Classes, see p6. Cookery Demo with Gennaro Contaldo see p19. Life Drawing Classes, see p9. Dulwich Park Runners see p9. Dulwich Park Runners see p9. Dulwich Park Runners see p9. Portraiture Classes see p6. Dick Whittington, see p18. Dulwich Folk Dance club, see p6. Dulwich Folk Dance club, see p6. Life Drawing Classes, see p9. Junior parkrun, see p8. Junior parkrun, see p8. Dulwich
Dance club, see p6. Cooks by Dr Rupy Aujla, see p10. So Last Century Vintage Fair, p18. Weekly Online Breathing Class p9. BNI
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Wednesdays 1, 8, 15 & 22

February: Zoom Portraiture @Dulwich Art Group & School

Thursdays 2, 9, 16 & 23

February: Dulwich Folk Dance Club-Thursday Dance

8pm - 10pm. You’ve survived January, now it’s time to make the most of February.

Dulwich Folk Dance Club should like to welcome you, experienced or not, partnered or single, to its Thursday night dances at St Barnabas Parish Hall, 23 Dulwich Village, from 8pm to 10pm. Come join us, put a smile on your face and make new friends. You probably already know dancing is good for the body and mind and emotions, generating the “happy hormones”. We just find it fun! As a bonus, the hall is lovely, spacious and airy, so particularly great in these (anti-) covid times.

2pm -5pm. This is now a hybrid session with 15 artists allowed into the studio and also cameras for artists attending through Zoom. Paint a clothed model with a focus on the portrait over two three-hour sessions. We give you a wide view and a closer portrait view so you can work out the framing for yourself. The model will at times be engaged in conversation in order to bring some animation to the face. Online Location: www.dulwichartgroup.co.uk/wednesdayafternoon-zoom-portraiture/

Thursdays 2. 9, 16 & 23

February: BNI Adventures

6:30am – 8:30am. Part of the award winning multi-national networking organisation, BNI, Adventurers brings together businesses local to Dulwich with the aim of passing business and keeping money in the local community. Givers gain, and members of Adventurers have excelled at both over the last 12 months. Now back in person this as exciting time for the chapter. Breakfast included. Free parking. Get referrals: boost your business!

Please contact Hayley on 07843 989728 for more information or register for this event on: www.eventbrite.co.uk/

Dulwich & Sydenham Golf Club, Grange Lane, College Road, Dulwich, SE21 7LH, UK

Even if you’re an inexperienced dancer, you can join in immediately and get the full benefit and joy of the event as all dances are first practised and then “called” as a reminder while we are dancing. And there are many people to partner you and show you how it’s done, should you need it. It’s very satisfying to complete a dance. No need to feel nervous or apprehensive. It’s a chance to meet new friends and have some fun. (We don’t bite!)

2ND FEBRUARY: Our caller tonight is Jane Lowe. We are fortunate that Jane is a Club member as she doesn’t call for just anybody! She also knows our strengths and can choose dances to suit our level of expertise, giving us an excellent evening. What’s to lose? Don’t miss out. Come and join us. You’ll enjoy it.

9TH FEBRUARY: It feels ages since we had Gwen Godwin as our caller but tonight’s the night! Gwen has many strings to her bow. Not only does she call English Folk Dances but also calls international folk dances and line dances. And she listens to our requests! So, we’ll certainly be in for an intriguing and unique evening.

16TH FEBRUARY: Tonight, the Club recognises St Valentine’s. And it is Sue Hastings who will be choosing the music and dances. As I have mentioned before, Sue is gaining quite a reputation and is in big demand to call at other Clubs. But we have her! Hooray! It’s going to be fun!

23 FEBRUARY: One of our most experienced callers will be calling tonight, Les Wallace. We know we will have a great evening with lots of laughs. Why don’t you join us? You’ll enjoy it.

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What's On - February

Friday 3 February: Live Band Karaoke

Sundays 5, 12, 19 & 26

February: Peckham Rye Junior Park Run

7pm -11:30pm. Reckon you’ve got the swagger of Jagger? the bravado of Blondie? This is a true ‘bucket list’ moment. Belt out classics from Taylor Swift to the Killers, live on stage, backed by a stunning 5 piece band, in front of a supportive crowd. Lyrics are provided on a screen, and our compere will be on stage with you to provide additional support, or add those critical backing vocals. Pick from around 350 tunes from all genres (see www.livebandkaraoke.london#songlist). Sign up to sing via QR code at the venue, then keep an eye on the ‘up next’ screen ... and get ready to rock!

See https://www.instagram.com/lbkpeckham/ for a taste of what's in store... Tickets at: www.live-band-karaoke.designmynight.com

Saturdays 4, 11, 18 & 25 February: Dulwich & Peckham Rye Park Runs

9am-9:30am. A free, weekly, timed run for 4–14-year-olds at to get fit, stay healthy and have fun! We run 2km every Sunday morning at 9am, through rain and shine. The course is visible, wellmarshalled, and all held on the paths around the sports pitches. Register on:

www.parkrun.org.uk/peckhamrye-juniors/ Peckham Rye Park, Colyton Road, SE22 0NE.

Sundays 5, 12, 19 & 26

February: Horniman Market

9am-10am. Free, weekly timed 5k run, jog, or walk. Every Saturday at 9am promptly starting from Queen Mary’s Gate (Dulwich Park) and Colyton Road Entrance (Peckham Rye Park). Register once and bring your printed barcode (can be used at any parkrun across the world). First-timers briefing at 08.50. https://www.parkrun.org.uk/dulwich/ https://www.parkrun.org.uk/peckhamrye/

10am–3pm. The weekly Horniman Market is open to provide food items including fresh fruit, vegetables, cheese, bread, cake, meat and street food. Alongside food stalls, you’ll find body care, clothing, jewellery, design and craft; most are locally produced, ethical and many use environmentally friendly materials, natural and organic ingredients.

Market stalls will be positioned outdoors at a safe distance from each other to ensure we can maintain a social distance for all customers and traders. 100 London Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ. www.horniman.ac.uk.

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Tuesdays 7, 14, 21 & 28

February: Life Drawing & Painting

What's On - February

Tuesday 7 February: Honor Oak WI

7pm–8.30pm. This is an online drawing & painting session conducted via Zoom and in studio. Long pose life painting and drawing. A single pose held for three hours with 5-minute model breaks every 25 minutes. This class will be run by Freya Tate, a wonderful artist with a sharp eye and a playful line. The session will be life model focused but Freya will introduce chaotic elements to challenge you and move your drawing on to higher levels. The Dulwich Art Group & School. www.dulwichartgroup.co.uk.

Tuesdays 7, 14, 21 & 28

February: Weekly Online Breathing

Class

7pm -8pm. Weekly virtual online breathwork class. Join me every Tuesday at 7pm for a 40-minute breathing and relaxation class. Unwind, centre yourself and use the breath to help relax and prepare for a restful evening. Using different breathing techniques that can be incorporated into your day along with a few gentle mat-based stretches and ending with Yoga Nidra a full body guided meditation for deep relaxation. All welcome. No experience is needed. £7. To join please use the link below: https://liveyogateachers.com/classes/ meditation-open-level-kerry-flower

We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at Stanstead Lodge Cafe SE23 1DD at 7:30pm. honoroakwi@gmail.com

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Tuesdays 7, 14, 21 & 28

February: DPR Social Runs

7:30pm – 8:30pm. Fantastic local running club. Social runs every Tuesday 7.30pm at Trevor Bailey Sports Ground on the south circular. Plus runs every Sunday morning; coached sessions on Thursdays; cross country races; competitions; weekends away; frequent social activities. Come along on a Tuesday to try us out!

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What's On - February

Tuesday 7 February:

Cooks by Dr Rupy Aujla

Wednesday 8 February:

Goose Green Centre Quiz Night

7pm -10pm. We’re holding a quiz night on Wednesday 8th February from 7pm to raise money for the Goose Green Centre. Tickets are £10 each or a table for 6 for £50. The ticket price includes food and there will be a pay bar. Contact Martin Howell at Martin.howellwilliams@ntlworld.com or on 02082497411. Goose Green Centre, 62A East Dulwich Road, East Dulwich SE22 9AT.

Thursday 9 February:

Art After Windrush – PostColonial Artists Since 1948

7:30pm. Dr Rupy is a trusted NHS GP and food expert behind the bestselling Doctor’s Kitchen. He has a number one rated podcast, The Doctor’s Kitchen, with over 12 million downloads to date, over 295,000 Instagram followers and a million YouTube views. Dr Rupy’s mission is to help everybody leverage the incredible power of food and lifestyle medicine to support their wellbeing and prevent ill health. His new book Cooks demonstrates that healthy eating every day can be a celebration of ingredients from different cultures, which create dishes that are big on flavour and low on effort. Every recipe has been researched and developed to give maximal health benefits whilst being super simple and flavourful.

Dr Rupy believes that the crux of a healthy lifestyle is consistently eating well every day and this cookbook, with its easy full-flavoured recipes, inspires you to do just that. Dr Rupy will be demonstrating a recipe from his book and discussing the benefits of the power of food and lifestyle medicine to create healthy habits.

Tickets from £12 at: www.mct.alleyns.org.uk. The Junior School Hall at Alleyn’s School, Townley Road, East Dulwich SE22 8SU.

A Village Books and Alleyn’s Schools Enterprises event.

8pm -9pm. The lecture looks at the contributions made by artists of African, Caribbean or Asian origin to British art since the SS Empire Windrush arrived in 1948. It considers, among others, the work of Sir Frank Bowling, Francis Newton Souza, Eddie Chambers, Yinka Shonibare, Sonia Boyce, Rasheed Araeen, Lubaina Himid and the Singh Twins, all of whom have achieved international recognition and respect, their works collected by museums worldwide. They may not all be household names but their work is eye-catching and thought-provoking, and they have set much of the agenda for modern British art. Lecturer: Tony Rawlins Also available to members and nonmembers live on Zoom.

Contact info@theartssocietydulwich.org.uk

Location: James Allen’s Girls’ School Sixth Form Centre, Green Dale, London, www.theartssocietydulwich.org.uk

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UpliftingFloweringWinterShrubs

Garden Talk with Janine Winlaw | Instagram @janinewinlaw

Gardens often feel a bit bleak at this time of year, but winter flowering shrubs can keep the beauty, colour and scent going throughout the colder months. The flowers on these shrubs tend to have a particularly powerful perfume as they have to work harder to attract the few pollinating insects. Ideally find a space along a garden paths or in a pot or bed near a door so you can enjoy the gorgeous scent as you pass, dotting them around the garden, so that they don’t overpower each other. If there’s no scent, plant them near a window so that you can enjoy the pretty blooms from indoors.Here are my favourite winter flowering shrubs.

Daphne

With semi-evergreen leaves that give the garden structure, this must have-have shrub bursts into bloom in January with delicate clusters of highlyscented pink flowers. Daphne odora varieties have handsome leaves and Daphne ‘Perfume Princess’ is a lovely neat variety covered with clusters of pale pink flowers. They’re happy in full sun or partial shade, ideally planted somewhere where you can enjoy the delicious scent. The more upright semi-evergreen ‘Daphne Bholua’ is lovely underplanted with Cyclamen coum.

Edgeworthia

This fabulous shrub that flowers from February into early spring, makes a stunning focal point in the winter garden, placed somewhere in full sun or dappled shade that’s visible from the house. Closely related to daphne, varieties of Edgeworthia also have clusters of scented flowers, but yellow rather than pink, on bare stems.

Hamamelis

With delicate scented thread-like petals on bare stems, this shrub makes a showy focal point from December to March. H x intermedia ‘Jelena’ has beautiful golden orange flowers, while H x intermedia ‘Diane’ has stunning blood red flowers. Bring in a few stems for a scented flower display.

Sarcococca

This is another wonderful shrub for winter with a mass of honey-sweet scented creamy flowers. S. ‘confusa’ has dark glossy leaves while S. hookeriana varieties have mid green leaves and reddish stems. This is a good shrub for dry shade and associates well with other woodland planting.

Viburnum

Winter flowering viburnum such as V. bodnantense ‘Dawn’ and closely related Viburnum farreri both have clusters of sweet-smelling flowers on bare stems. They have incredibly pretty clusters of fragrant pink flowers (from November to March) and a neat upright habit. Plant them near a path in sun or part shade, where they can be appreciated up close. If you want an evergreen shrub, Viburnum tinus also comes into life around now with heads of pretty white flowers. V ‘Eve Price’ is a neat variety with pink tinged flowers opening from pink buds on reddish stems.

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Jerusalem Artichoke Risotto

Recipes from Suzanne James | www.suzannejames.co.uk

This lovely, simple one-pot is an easy, midweek winter warmer recipe for the whole family. It takes about 40 minutes to prepare start to finish Serves 4.

Ingredients

• Olive Oil

• Butter

• 1 Onion, finely chopped

• 1 Stick Celery, finely chopped

• 350g Risotto rice

• 250ml White wine

• 1.5 litres chicken or vegetable stock (simmering temperature)

• 1 lemon, zested and juiced

• 50g grated parmesan

• 2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional)

• Small handful of chopped parsley (optional)

• 200g Jerusalem artichokes chopped

Method

1) Scrub the artichokes (peel if you prefer) and slice them.

2) Heat a little oil and butter in a deep pan.

3) Add the onion and celery and fry gently until tender.

4) Add the risotto rice and stir it around until it is completely coated in the oil and butter.

5) Add the white wine and simmer until the wine is absorbed, then add the stock a ladle full at a time, letting each one be absorbed before the next one is added.

6) Keep adding then stock in this way until the rice is tender.

7) Season well and stir in the lemon zest and parmesan.

8) Stir in the cream cheese if using.

9) Fry the sliced artichokes in a little butter, until they are tender and starting to brown, add a squeeze of lemon. spoon over the risotto, sprinkle the chopped parsley on top and serve. Enjoy!

In Season This Month

Fruit, Nuts & Fungi - Apples, Chestnuts, Pears (late – Concorde, Doyenne du Comice, Conference and Winter Nellis), Rhubarb (forced), Walnuts.

Vegetables & Herbs - Jerusalem Artichokes, Beetroot, Brussels Sprouts, Cauliflower, Celeriac, Celery, Chicory, Kale, Leeks, Parsnips, Potatoes, Swede, Turnips.

Meat & Game - Duck, Guinea Fowl, Hare, Partridge, Venison.

Fish & Shellfish - Brill, Clams, Cockles, Haddock, Halibut, Hake, John Dory, Lemon

Sole, Monkfish, Mussels, Oyster, Plaice, Turbot.

Going Out Of Season - Cabbage, Cauliflower, Goose, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichoke, Leek, Parsnip, Rhubarb, Swede, Truffle.

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Slivers of Recovery: Meditate or Do Something Meditative

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Modern life can be stressful: job, kids, partners, friends, bills and the list goes on… That’s why today I would like to talk about something I call “slivers of recovery”. Slivers of recovery are small opportunities to give your nervous system a break. These small opportunities can really help to improve your wellbeing, particularly if you are feeling stressed or overworked. So, this month is all about doing something that is meditative – and that does not necessarily mean meditate!

Give Yourself a Break

For some people, this might be five or ten minutes (and sometimes longer) of meditation. There are some great apps out there like Calm and Headspace, or you could just set a timer and sit quietly, letting your thoughts come and go. But you might be surprised to learn that doing something that is meditative is not limited to just sitting and meditating.

So, if you are not ready to meditate yet, or you have and it has not worked, there are plenty of other things you can do for the same effect. It does not need to be for very long, either. Just a couple of minutes: enough time to give your eyes a break from the screen or give the nervous system a break from whatever you are focusing on. Now, what could these meditative activities be, I hear you ask?

Finding The Right Fit

Years ago, I worked with a lady who unknowingly did two things that were slivers of recovery. The first was that she would knit in between meetings. She was very senior – almost at the top – and would do this to gather her thoughts. And that was her sliver of recovery: just a few clackity clacks of those knitting needles. It had always been a hobby of hers, and she found that introducing it to the workday helped her to decompress and prepare for what was next. What’s more, she would occasionally go off and do retreats, such as oil painting, with other like-minded people. Of course, this is much bigger – a weekend or long weekend – but still a great example. As a result of doing both, she felt much happier.

What Will Your Meditative Activity Be?

The point I am making here is that she found something that was meditative for her, that was not meditation.

Another good example is going out for a 10-minute walk (again, it doesn’t have to be a long walk) without headphones and without listening to music or a podcast. Just let your thoughts drift.

So, what is that thing for you? Is it simply daydreaming out of the window? Is it folding paper, origami style, or reading maybe just a few pages of a book? Think about it, and how you can make it a regular part of your day. And see what difference this makes to your perceived stress levels and nervous system at the end of each week.

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What's On - February

Saturday 11 February –

Sunday 12 February:

So Last Century Vintage Fair

Saturday 18 - Sunday 19 February Dick Whittington

11am – 4pm. So Last Century Vintage Fair is back in Catford at the beautiful St Dunstan’s College for their first big event of 2023. There’ll be 50 hand-picked vintage dealers on each day, in two large halls: the 1960s Modernist Refectory and the contrasting Victorian Great Hall. Expect to find plenty of affordable mid-20th century furniture, homeware, lighting, ceramics, glass, decorative objects, textiles and furnishings, original 1960s and 70s posters and art, prints and charts, antique books, records, salvaged items, designer vintage clothes and lots more. On both days there’ll be street food, craft coffee and a chocolate brownie stall outside to keep you well fed and watered over the weekend!

Most traders take card payments, and many offer a delivery service if you want to buy something big! St Dunstan’s College, Stanstead Road, Catford, SE6 4TY.

More information can be found on: www.solastcenturyfair.co.uk

Monday 13 February: Dulwich WI Monthly Meeting

7:30pm – 9:30pm. We meet on the second Monday of each month at Vits+Kicks, 57 North Cross Road, East Dulwich, SE22 9ET

3:30pm – 6:30pm. Pirate Pantomimes are proud to present their 10th Charity Pantomime at St. Augustine’s church in One Tree Hill SE23 with 3 performances over the weekend, 3.30pm and 7.30pm on Saturday 18th Feb and 3.30pm on Sunday 19th. With a fully professional cast giving their time for free every penny raised from the shows goes to local charities. Come along and join in the fun! (Tea, cakes and a cash bar at the interval). Tickets can be purchased on:

www.ticketsource.co.uk/augustine1treehill St Augustine’s Church One Tree Hill, Honor Oak Park SE23 3LE

Sunday 19 February: Callia Quartet

St Stephen’s South Dulwich. 4pm-5:30pm. The Callia Quartet perform a concert of Haydn, Schubert and Florence Price Tickets £15 full price/ 13-20 yr. olds £8 / 12 yrs. olds and under are free. The concert will be followed by drinks of sparkling wine or a soft drink and a chance to chat. Tickets: www.calliaquartet.co.uk

St Stephen’s Church, College Road, SE21 7HW

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What's On - February

Tuesday 21 February:

Cookery Demo: Gennaro’s Cucina, Hearty Money-Saving Meals from an Italian Kitchen

Tuesday 21 & 28 February &

Wednesday 22 February: Dig & Nibbles Workshop: Kitchen Gardening From Seed

7:30pm -8:30pm. Gennaro Contaldo’s warmth, Italian spirit and sense of fun have led him to be one of the UK’s most-loved chefs. He is renowned for being a mentor to Jamie Oliver and teaching him, with Carluccio, everything Jamie knows about Italian cooking. In 1999, he opened Passione in London, which was awarded Best Italian restaurant in 2005. In his new cookbook, Gennaro takes us on a culinary journey of regional basic Italian staples and turns them into beautiful meals.

With tips and ideas of what to do with leftovers, Gennaro helps home cooks squeeze maximum use from the ‘cucina povera’ ethos, turning humble ingredients into nourishing feasts without taste sacrifice. Encouraging an ethos of zero waste, Gennaro’s Cucina ensures that every part of the ingredient, and your budget, is put to good culinary use.

‘Proper old-school classics to use up every scrap.’

Gennaro will be chatting to author and journalist Felicity Cloake and demonstrating some recipes from his new book.

Standard ticket: £15. Book & ticket: £35 (includes a copy of Gennaro’s Cucina. Book RRP £25). Tickets can be purchased on www.mct.alleyns.org.uk

MCT at Alleyn’s, 400 Townley Road SE22 8SU. A Village Books and Alleyn’s Schools Enterprises event

2pm -4pm. Join us in a working kitchen garden in Crystal Palace to learn the basics of kitchen garden layout, plant your own choice of fruit & veg from seed, and explore and discuss how best to nurture your seedlings once you get them back home. Take home the know-how you’ve gained (in addition to the planted, labelled seed tray!) and leftover seeds to expand your kitchen garden once home. Seed options from which to choose will follow the planting calendar. Workshops run weekly on Tuesday & Wednesday afternoons from 2pm to 4pm, starting 21 February. Georgina Rooke, 71 Eversley Road, Crystal Palace, SE19 3QS. More information can be found on www.digandnibbles.co.uk

Wednesday 22 February: Cooking with Scissors

6:45pm-8pm. An opportunity for local business professionals to meet, make new contacts and gain new business. The last Wednesday of every month. Free Admission. To find out more or register please go to our website. The Lordship Pub, 211 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich SE22 8HA. Tickets can be purchased at: www.cookingwithscissors.co.uk

For listings contact: angela@semagazines.co.uk

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The Clinic by DR MAYONI

The Human Health Thrive Retreat

Hello and welcome! I wondered if you had ever been on a retreat at all? I love them - they are a fantastic opportunity for us to unplug, reconnect to ourselves and nature, and then plan on how to take some valid action. This is why we have put together the Human Health THRIVE retreat in April this year.

You see my intention is for every woman to understand how important her health is to her and all those around her. We know that after the retreat, every woman will walk away with a better understanding of how her body works with reference to herself.

We also know that we can help every woman understand how to upregulate her body’s health and functioning to optimum with at least 3 things that are instantly implementable.

Join me and my fantastic team on this incredible 4-day retreat designed to give you the space to actually process and put into practice techniques that will help you with your health and therefore help you live your best possible life.

You are undoubtedly busy running your own life as well as caring and nurturing for others too. You may have noticed some of those niggling symptoms that may herald your peri-menopause. But, when do you find the time and energy to find out more? Well, here at Human Health THRIVE we understand and have the best ways for you to implement this change.

I will be taking you through the 3-step process of Human Health THRIVE over the course of the retreat. We have factored in plenty of down time for you to rest and explore the incredible site, lose those different ‘hats’ you wear in your life and re-connect with your true self and your fellow woman as part of the incredible Human Health THRIVE Community. We also know you need time to absorb all the information you will be surrounded by, as well as work out how to make

tweaks to allow you to integrate your new found knowledge into your life.

Together, we help you understand what you want your best health for, then become body literate whilst being held by a community of likeminded women. All in the most incredible grounds of our retreat venue. Re-connect, re-educate and re-assess how you are going to implement these tools in your everyday life at home.

You deserve more joy, more life, more time doing what you want to do. You probably have some idea of what you need to do to but would like help on focussing on the actual techniques that increase our overall wellbeing. Your health and belonging are super important and they are a MUST HAVE. This is an invitation to nurture your sense of body curiosity, while resting and nourishing your spirit, too, all with a group of like minded women.

You see, I know that when a woman is in her optimal health, she can truly thrive and is unstoppable in all she wants to achieve. So, the real question is are you ready to connect to your inner soul, connect and live your healthiest and sparkliest life?

To book in or for more details please contact us at michelle@drmhumanhealth.co.uk or call us on 0208 054 9191. Payment plans are available too.

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BabyBallet

The award winning movement to music, dance & singing programme for boys and girls from 6 months upwards run with a fun, safe and caring environment. Classes in Dulwich. Call Stephanie 07809 148348 | www.babyballet.co.uk.

Boppin Bunnies

Interactive Music class for under 5’s led by professional musicians. Monday mornings 9:30am, 10:15am & 11am. Punk Me Up Ceramics Cafe. 34 East Dulwich Road, SE22 9AX www.boppinbunnies.co.uk.

diddi dance

Funky pre-school dance classes for girls and boys. Learn coordination, rhythm and great moves to funky songs and boost confidence. Classes in East Dulwich, Anne-Marie for a free trial 07973 982790 | www.diddidance.com.

District & Dulwich Twins Club

Baby and Toddler Group every Friday 10am-12pm (turn up at any time!), at Peckham Rye Playrooms (SE corner of the Rye). It is for multiples only, but you do not have to be a member of the club to attend. BYO coffee cup! www.ddtwinsclub.org.

HartBeeps

Mondays at Christ Church, 263 Barry Road, East Dulwich, SE22 0JT. 10am Happy House, 11am Baby Beeps & 12.15pm Baby Bells. Fridays at Ewart Community Hub, 44 Wastdale Road, SE23 1HN .10am Happy House, 11am Baby Beeps & 12.15pm Baby Bells. http://hartbeeps.com

Little Superhero Training

Practice your Superhero moves! Discover Superhero fun facts! Any Little Heroes, Boys and Girls aged 2 - 5, Come along for a FREE taster session. Mondays & Fridays (term time only) St Barnabas Parish Hall, 23 Dulwich Village, SE21 7BT. Contact Lucy 07813 791757 | lucy@littleherocompany.com www.littleherocompany.com

Lucy Sparkles

Outstanding music, drama and dance classes and parties for young children. Fun classes where children engage with singing, movement and live music whilst enhancing learning through developing physical, emotional and intellectual skills. Tues, Weds & Fri classes for different age groups/ themes. sarah@lucysparkles.com | 07929 784 719

Nibble Arts

Are you looking for flexible 8:00 - 6:30pm school holiday childcare? We still have lots of places available at Goodrich Primary SE22 from 4th birthday to 11 - our unique creative childcare lets children explore a brandnew adventure through up to 4 creative workshops a day with industry professionals for February Half-term 14th - 18th Feb!

Children are looked after in key groups of 10 for a really personalised experience and you can request that they are grouped with friends who are also attending. We are Ofsted approved and you can book in advance up to the end of Summer Holidays 2022 1-5 days a week using childcare vouchers, tax-free childcare, card or instalment plans from £54/day. Where else can you be on video chat to an Arctic explorer live from Svalbard University one day, and meeting Sophie the giant animatronic T-Rex the next? For the full timetable and to book visit www.nimblearts.co.uk/how-our-clubs-work visit www.nimblearts.co.uk/how-our-clubs-work

Mini Athletics (SE London)

Winning the gold medal for children’s sports classes! Start your child’s fantastic journey in athletic development, designed for toddlers up to children of 7 years old. All through a fun play-based format. To try us out, contact Sam: 07811787153 | smcdermott@miniathletics.com www.miniathletics.com

Sing and Sign

Monday - Saturday. 020 7193 3696 | www.singandsign.com

Sparkle Music

Carefully structured and fun music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-school children in SE22. Check the website for current classes. Contact : anna@sparkle-music.co.uk. | 0771 1238352

Sunday Spot

Free, artist-led workshops for families at South London Gallery, 65-67 Peckham Road SE5, on the last Sunday of every month. For children aged 5–12 years with their parents & carers. Pre-booking advisable. www.southlondongallery.org

Our children’s activities pages have been popular for years and now they are back! If you run a class in any of these areas, then advertising in these pages are just for you. Each magazine has 5,000 copies which are hand-delivered every month. You can choose to go for 5, 10 or 15,000 copies, it is totally up to you. Contact Angela: angela@semagazines.co.uk for a rate card.

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Dulwich Hamlet FC

Beardy American poet Henry Wadsworth

Longfellow once wrote “Thy fate is the common fate of all. Into each life some rain must fall.” Well after the New Year’s Day away victory against Dover, Dulwich Hamlet fans must have considered Henry’s dismal creed so much defeatist nonsense. But then Farnborough descended on Champion Hill like a mid-table nimbostratus and doled out a proper metaphorical soaking.

Your writer, buoyed by the prospect of the first home game of the new year, and encouraged by a forecast that promised intermittent showers only, hopped hopefully onto a bus destined for Dog Kennel Hill Sainsbury’s. Portents on the journey weren’t good, with traffic on Lordship Lane moving like a salted slug and an empty Snapple bottle rattling erratically around the ankles of the P13’s passengers. On alighting East Dulwich’s favourite single-decker, this Hamlet fan was met with a penetrating drizzle that proved to be a persistent irritant all afternoon, moistening the large crowd as a blast on the ref’s whistle heralded the beginning of this ill-starred game.

After the first fifteen seconds you just knew this wouldn’t be The Hamlet’s day, with some Hampshire lad taking the kick-off pass short before waltzing through the Pink and Blues’ midfield and ripping a shot towards the home goal. That proved to be the beginning of a right Royal car-park of a spanking as an inspired Farnborough scored four unanswered goals in the first half. The Hamlet’s defence seemed so frozen manager Paul Barnes might well have considered applying copious Elizabeth Arden 8 Hour Cream by way of a Princely palliative at half time. Whatever he did saw SE22’s finest come out slightly pinker and perkier, winning the second half 1-0. Inevitably it was Danny Mills who popped up to score the only goal of the half, where amidst a biblical storm an almighty Valhalla of a lightning bolt struck the only thing in the stadium taller than Danny (the floodlights) as the ball hit the back of the net. You’re Thor! We could barely watch the highlights.

A 5-1 defeat for a scratch Hamlet team a few days later in the Better Than the Turvey Cup left The Rabble wondering whether this was the

beginning of a traditional post-Christmas slump. But no, this team is made of different turkey gravy and a week after The Farnborough Calamity (one of Robert Ludlum’s lesser novels) they ladled out a 4-2 defeat to local rivals Welling in the darkest depths of Bexley.

We’re only halfway through the season and who knows how it will all end up. But this team is good enough to nibble away at the play-off places we reckon. So as the days lengthen and the weather turns clement, why not get yourself down to Champion Hill to see how it all pans out.

Fixtures, news and ticket details for both men’s and women’s teams can be found at: https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/dulwichhamlet. And all your pink and blue merch needs can be sated either at the stadium Megacontainer shop or via the Supporters’ Trust site at: www.dhst.org.uk. Up The Hamlet!

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Financial Matters

Understanding Financial Jargon

In his maiden speech of 2023, the Prime Minister, triggered the debate about the quality or poverty of numeracy skills in the UK. He announced a desired plan to introduce the study of maths up to the age of 18 for all pupils in Egland. This announcement reignited the attempt to address the UK’s poor standards in numeracy skills.

Some 8 million adults in England have the numeracy skills of primary school children. At present only 50% of 16-19 year olds study any maths at all. This is worsened for disadvantaged pupils, as 60% of them do not have basic maths skills at age 16.

In a global context, the UK is one of the only OECD countries in the world that does not require children to study some form of mathematics up to the age of 18. Two drivers seem to be underpinning the announcement by our PM. Firstly, the recognition that in an increasingly data orientated world with the prevalence of statistics, there will be a requirement for more analytical skills. Secondly, “…letting our children out into the world without those skills, is letting our children down”.

The merits or not, of these can be debated endlessly. However, the PM’s case moved on to link the study of maths to 18 with equipping our young people with the correct quantitative and financial skills to be confident to address finances in later life.

At this juncture, it may be argued that this is an erroneous leap. One may ask, what has the understanding of Pythagoras Theorem or trigonometry got to do with understanding mortgage deals or gilts?

It may be argued, the only common factor between them is the existence of numbers or digits. The mathematically minded reader may notice that this common factor is no more than the lowest common denominator, another concept from our study of mathematics.

Irrespective of one’s views or thoughts

on the PM’s announcement, research by Aviva has found “7 out of 10 UK adults are puzzled by financial jargon.” When explored further, the following findings came to light;

• “Less than two thirds (61%) of UK adults aged 18-24 have heard of the term “pension”

• Only three-fifths (57%) of UK adults aged 18-24 are familiar with the financial term “inflation”, while just a quarter (25%) have heard of “contents insurance”

• But 18-24s are most likely to be aware of the phrase “ESG fund”, compared to other age groups

• People who have heard of financial phrases often don’t understand their meanings”

Another revealing finding was 75% of UK adults are baffled by the term “the economy”. The Aviva study identified some reflective disparities between the ages. The under 25 year olds were less likely than other age groups to have heard of certain financial products and terms.

These included contents insurance, equity release, insurance premium, annuity and SIPP. This may be attributed to the fact that many under 25-year-olds had yet to consume financial products/services. However, it may also demonstrate their lack of preparedness for the world of everyday finance as an adult.

The findings of the Aviva study, begs the question how would the compulsory studying of maths to the age of 18 better equip future generations for the world of finance?

Beyond the study of Aviva, a wider concern and question that may be asked or tested across all age groups is, how many UK adults understand their payslips? If UK adults are challenged by their own payslip, is it any surprise that UK adults struggle with such concepts/terms as:

• Percentages

• Compound interest rate

• Net Present Value

• Decreasing cover

UK adults understanding of the economy and financial concepts/terms/products may require more than just extending the study of maths to the age of 18.

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Herne Hill School wins ISA’s 2022 Award for Excellence and Innovation in Art & Design

Of the three finalist schools shortlisted last summer, which in turn were chosen among dozens of entries from the over 600 reputable schools nationwide belonging to the Independent Schools Association, Herne Hill School was judged at the end of last year to be the 2022 winner for its cutting-edge art and design provision. ISA’s Chief Executive Officer, Rudolf Eliott Lockhart, commented as follows: “At Herne Hill School, art is used as a tool to inspire learning on the wider issues that young children face within their daily lives. Its vast, innovative and all-round art and design curriculum offers them the freedom to express their imaginations and advance their own ideas, which is invaluable.” Congratulations to the pupils and teaching staff at Herne Hill School for all their creative artwork and for obtaining such a prestigious award!

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meets on the last Wednesday of every month. The Lordship Pub, 211 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich SE22 8HA Find out how to register for FREE at: www.cookingwithscissors.com | e-mail: sbn@ cookingwithscissors.com Next Meeting: Wednesday 22 February 2023 - 6.45pm

The Power of Pets

Education News from Alleyn's | www.alleyns.org.uk

Mercedes

tells us about the benefits of interacting with pets, even if they don’t live with you.

If you are lucky enough to own a pet you will probably already recognise how much they contribute to the wellbeing of your child, and this is backed up by science. Studies show that connecting with animals on a regular basis is life enhancing and lowers the stress hormone, cortisol while boosting your mood. All these benefits will help your child at school and give them the confidence to navigate the exciting yet sometimes tricky waters of academic work, friendships, expectations and busy schedules.

Mood

To a backdrop of worrying headlines about children’s mental health in the media, interactions with pets can play a substantial part in grounding children and alleviating anxiety. All humans need touch, and handling, stroking, or hugging an animal is likely to lower stress and anxiety. When your child is upset or worried a pet can provide comfort, and sometimes stroking their pet is all that is needed in that moment – animals don’t need words and sometimes neither do the children.

Physical Activity

Walking a dog gives a child the opportunity to exercise and have fun as they play fetch or football with their canine friend, as well as learn the responsibility of walking them on the lead. Dogs also provide a conversation starter as you meet new people on your walks, so your child will learn about social interaction too. Walks also provide you with valuable and uninterrupted side-by-side listening time, during which your child might open up about worries or just tell you how they felt about something that day.

Borrowing Pets

We don’t always have the time or space to own a pet, but don’t be put off! You may well have an acquaintance who would be happy to loan you their dog, and if not, there are websites just for this purpose. The same goes for other pets. Offer to

look after the class pet during the holidays, or post an offer on the East Dulwich forum to pet sit or dog walk – all accompanied by you, of course.

Engagement In Learning

A pet really can help your child with their homework and learning! Encourage your child to count how many throws their dog will fetch, design an obstacle course for their pet to encourage creative thinking or read to their pet – all these will make learning more fun, all while improving their empathy and ability to take responsibility for an animal, which in turns improves their confidence - a win-win!

In the right environment and given the right training, pets are great fun! They bring joy and companionship to children, who immediately see a pet as a friend, and the loyalty, innocence and entertainment a pet can offer a child, and indeed us grown-ups, is sometimes just what we all need.

Useful Links

www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk

www.borrowmydoggy.com

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Heed The Growl

Many owners, especially those new to dog ownership, can get anxious about growling. They wonder if this signals they have a vicious dog or an animal that has decided he wants to be in charge? Some of us become socially embarrassed and chastise our pet to mitigate those potential judgements and show we are ‘good, aware’ owners. Others feel offended that ‘bowzer’ has the temerity to answer back and feel compelled to take steps to show who is really boss round here. The dog may be labelled as ‘nasty’ or ‘iffy’.

To be clear, we cannot deny that growling may be a prelude to a full- blown aggressive response but the key is in that word prelude. A growl is a red alert signal, it’s the clearest warning your dog is worried, uncomfortable or riled, and it gives us an opportunity to go to action stations, to ensure safety and calm all round.

Of course, not all growls are even bad. Growling can occur in play, as in a game of tug; it can be a signal of pleasure when you stroke your dog and it may also indicate the dog is in pain. Getting to grips with different growls and what they mean is all part and parcel of successful communication with our dog and every dog is a bit different in how they do that. Growling tells us how the dog is feeling, not necessarily with conscious intent, but it is a valuable window to his emotional state and it is normal.

Sometimes behaviourists and trainers advise clients to ‘ignore’ the growling. I have to admit that this is not that helpful and even misleading, as growling is something we certainly need to notice. However, in this context what is really meant by ‘ignore’ is shorthand for don’t chastise your dog. The last thing we want to do is repeatedly tell the growling dog off, whether with a stern ‘no’ or a sharp jerk on the lead. None of those approaches is going to address the real problem and that is the strong emotions that produce the growling.

In response to chastisement the dog will quickly learn not to growl but the negative emotions involved will likely get more intense,

especially when the additional unpleasantness of owner punishment is added to the equation.

The key point is that growling mostly indicates the dog is getting upset about something. He may be frightened or unsure of toddlers; he may be threatened by a dog coming towards him out on a on a walk. He may be super frustrated because he is a young, hormonal male that feels a primal urge to duff up the competition. He may even get anxious or angered around his food or favourite toys, worried someone/anyone is going to take (steal) it.

Any dog can learn to limit or even stop himself growling, but he cannot control his emotions. So, what can happen next is the dog that has quietly seethed or agonised inside on multiple exposures to something he hates, fears or is frustrated by, flies off the handle and bites, seemingly ‘out of the blue’ or ‘without warning’.

Don’t ignore growling but don’t shut it down either. Instead, take a careful note about what is going on when your dog growls, does he look relaxed or tense? What is the context? If your dog is growling a lot in certain situations, seek advice from a dog professional.

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What's On - February

Thursday 23 February: Alleyn’s International Concert Series: Sacconi Quartet

Saturday 25 February: Fair Trade Breakfast

9:30am – 1pm. Fair Trade Breakfast will be on sale between 9:30am – 12:00pm. Adult breakfast is £4.50pp and Children under 12, £3.50pp. There will also be a variety of stalls and a range of fairtrade food and gifts on sale until 1pm. Christ Church, 263 Barry Road, E ast Dulwich SE22 0JT.

Tuesday 28 February: Gardening in a Changing Climate (Online)

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7:30pm -9:30pm

‘A triumphant performance’ The Observer

For over twenty years, the Sacconi Quartet have been captivating audiences with their unanimous and compelling ensemble, consistently communicating with a fresh and imaginative approach. Performing with style and commitment, the quartet are known throughout the world for their creativity and integrity of interpretation.

Formed in 2001, the four founder members continue to demonstrate a shared passion for string quartet repertoire, reaching out to audiences with their energy and enthusiasm. The Sacconi enjoy a busy international career, performing regularly across the world, at Europe’s major venues, in recordings and on radio broadcasts.

The Sacconi are Quartet in Association at the Royal College of Music and Quartet in Residence in Folkestone.

HAYDN: String Quartet Op. 64 No. 2 in B minor

ELEANOR ALBERGA: String Quartet No. 2Introduced by the composer

SCHUBERT: String Quartet No. 14 in D minor [Death and the Maiden]

More information and booking can be found on www.mct.alleyns.org.uk

MCT at Alleyn’s, Alleyn’s School, 400 Townley Road, East Dulwich SE22 8SU.

7:30pm – 8:30pm. The weather in 2022 - a warmer wetter winter, a hot dry summer, a mild autumn - could be a taste of the future. In her illustrated online talk, Sue Fisher will look at the major impacts of climate change on gardens and how to mitigate the effects, with a wealth of tips and practical advice.

Sue Fisher’s horticultural career spans over 40 years, starting with a decade in the garden centre and nursery industry before developing into an accomplished gardening writer , designer and speaker. Sue writes regularly for Gardeners’ World and Garden Answers magazines. She has written 10 books on a variety of gardening subjects, as well as co-authoring books with some of the biggest names in gardening. Sue lives in West Devon where she combines her passions for plants alongside sustainable and wildlife-friendly gardening in her 3/4 acre plot.

Tickets are £5. The talk is being given by Bell House Dulwich in association with The Dulwich Society, with any surplus going towards garden activities at Bell House.

Tickets can be purchased on: www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Link Age Southwark

Link Age Southwark announces fundraising events to celebrate 30 years of supporting older people

Local charity Link Age Southwark is inviting you to join in its 30th birthday celebrations. The charity will be hosting a number of events to showcase its work alleviating loneliness and reducing social isolation for older people and those living with a diagnosis of dementia. These events will also help to raise valuable funds.

On Saturday 15 July, the Dulwich Picture Gallery will play host to the charity’s annual Sunset Soiree event which, this year, will feature an exhibition of photographs showcasing the breadth and diversity of the people involved with Link Age Southwark and its work. Tickets for this event will be available for purchase online shortly.

On Sunday 10 September, the charity is inviting everyone to take part in its inaugural ‘Sponsored Strollathon’. Set in the beautiful surroundings of Dulwich Park, the Strollathon will be a fun, familyfriendly, accessible event, with distances to suit all ages and abilities. Every Strollathon participant will receive a medal and T-shirt, refreshments, fundraising support and much more. Registrations will open soon.

More information about both events can be found at: www.linkagesouthwark.org/30thyear. You can also contact Link Age Southwark on: info@linkagesouthwark.org or 020 8299 2623 to register your interest or ask questions.

Funds raised will help Link Age Southwark continue its proud, 30 year track record of connecting the people they support with their local community and building lasting friendships between older people and volunteers. The charities services

include: befriending, social, exercise and activity groups and events, hospital, telephone and digital buddies; intergenerational work with local schools, specialist support for people living with mild to moderate dementia, and one-to-one support a range of issues from form filling to claiming pension credit.

Sophie Wellings, Chief Executive of Link Age Southwark said: “Our 30th year is a huge milestone for the charity. The work we do continues to be of real importance, particularly given the impact of the last two years and the current cost of living crisis. We’d love as many people as possible to get involved with these events to help mark our 30th birthday, and to support us in raising funds to ensure we can continue to support local older people for another 30 years.”

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The Last Word – Natalie Chambers

What do you most value about the area?

It has to be the sense of community - my immediate neighbours who I’ve always known but whose support really came into its own over the last few years; relationships with the people that run our favourite shops; not to mention the friends we have established in the area.

What is your favourite place to eat?

Are you allowed to mention somewhere outside of SE22?! If so, then it’s definitely Miss Tapas whose excellent food is only surpassed by their excellent service. Within our postcode area, I had a delicious dinner with some of my favourite women at Yama Momo before Christmas. And I still miss the old Palmerston - historically all our family milestones were celebrated there.

Coffee or tea? Where?

I’m definitely a coffee drinker and I’m lucky to have Rise & Bloom on my doorstep who roast their own excellent coffee, some of the best in East Dulwich.

Where are you to be found on Saturday?

Saturdays usually involve a trip to North Cross Road market - Souvlaki Street is my favourite - and an amble round Peckham Rye Park. I’ve come to know every square inch of it since having children!

Cafe, pub or bar?

These days you’ll most likely find me in a cafe. I was a big fan of SECakery - their Saturday specials got us through lockdown! - but I’m excited to see what comes in its place.

Where’s your favourite place to walk?

Natalie Chambers is a Counselling Psychologist who, over the last ten years, has run a private practice based in London Bridge. This year she has launched a collaboration with a nutritional therapist to offer group sessions and workshops, supporting people to step away from restrictive beliefs and behaviours and confidently embrace their perfectly imperfect selves.

What has changed most during that time?

I have lived in East Dulwich for 15 years, and undoubtedly the thing that’s changed most in that time is the house prices! I’m so grateful that I moved into the neighbourhood when I did - I wouldn’t be able to afford it now.

I love a walk in Dulwich Woods, or across Peckham Rye park to Nunhead Cemetery. You can feel totally transported away from London for a moment, yet also catch glimpses of the city skyline. That’s what I like about our area in general - it doesn’t feel as urban as you’d expect for Zone 2, and we still have all the benefits of such close proximity to central London.

What is your favourite shop?

I’m a big fan of Rye Books. I’ve loved seeing it grow from its tiny inception on Upland Road to its established presence on North Cross Road. Really though, I’ve got a list of favourites - I couldn’t do without AJFarmer, SMBS or the Cheese Block - we’re spoiled for choice in East Dulwich.

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